Head, Neck and Orofacial Infections: An Interdisciplinary Approach

Head, Neck, and Orofacial Infections: An Interdisciplinary Approach, by James R. Hupp and Elie M. Ferneini, is a comprehensive, full-color reference that delivers best practices for the diagnosis and management of severe infections affecting the head, neck, and orofacial complex. As the only resource offering in-depth, consolidated clinical guidelines in this field, the book integrates both time-tested principles and modern, cutting-edge approaches. Written by leading experts, it serves as an essential tool for students, clinicians, and specialists seeking a reliable, practical, and evidence-based guide for patient care, classroom learning, and examination preparation.

Key Features

• Comprehensive and Unique Coverage: Provides in-depth guidelines for diagnosing and managing infections of the head, neck, and orofacial region in a single authoritative volume.
• Interdisciplinary Expert Authorship: Contributions from specialists in oral and maxillofacial surgery, head and neck surgery, plastic surgery, and otolaryngology ensure a broad, clinically relevant perspective.
• Rich Visual Support: Includes over 500 high-quality photographs, radiographs, and illustrations demonstrating pathology, procedures, and treatment outcomes.
• Clear and Logical Structure: Organized into three major sections covering

1. Core principles common to all head and neck infections
2. Infections affecting specific anatomic regions
3. Infections related to procedures, special patient populations, unusual organisms, and medico-legal considerations

• Focused Key Chapters: Odontogenic Infections of the Fascial Spaces — etiology, anatomy, clinical presentation, and management
• Nasal and Paranasal Sinus Infections — pathophysiology and treatment strategies
• Microbiologic Considerations with Dental Implants — prevention, causative organisms, and infection control
• Ideal for Multiple Audiences: Suitable for classroom teaching, NBDE and specialty exam preparation, and as a practical clinical reference for everyday patient care.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier 
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ Elsevier 
• Edition ‏ : ‎ 1nd
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎  0323289452
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323289450